GRUMMAN AMERICAN AVN. CORP. AA-5B
Wells, NV — July 5, 2021
Event Information
| Date | July 5, 2021 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR21LA260 |
| Event ID | 20210706103426 |
| Location | Wells, NV |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 41.11711, -114.92213 |
| Airport | WELLS MUNI/HARRIET FLD |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | GRUMMAN AMERICAN AVN. CORP. |
| Model | AA-5B |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Probable Cause
The pilot’s decision to takeoff with a tailwind, which resulted in an impact with terrain.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.